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Jaffer Murphy, a kicker from UTSA, has not signed an NFL contract despite a standout 4.47-second 40-yard dash time. His impressive performance at Pro Day generated significant hype leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft.
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A lot of hype was made before the 2026 NFL Draft about Jaffer Murphy.
He's a kicker from UTSA (Texas-San Antonio) with incredible athleticism, including a 4.47-second 40-yard dash time.
Murphy was pretty much an unknown until he put up big numbers at his Pro Day.
But despite that, he has yet to sign an NFL contract.
Maybe for some the math doesn't add up here, but it's actually quite straightforward.
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Murphy isn't actually a highly regarded kicker.
Yes, in uncontested, scripted opportunities at his Pro Day, he made a lot of kicks.
And yes, he can run quite fast for a kicker.
But Murphy's actual kicking ability only earned him a single field goal attempt in his college career (which he did make).
NFL teams don't need a kicker who can run fast. They need one who can reliably make kicks under pressure over and over.
Despite his impressive athleticism and performance at Pro Day, Jaffer Murphy has yet to secure an NFL contract.
Jaffer Murphy showcased remarkable athleticism, including a 4.47-second 40-yard dash time during his Pro Day.
Jaffer Murphy played college football at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
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They don't have any proof that Murphy can do that.